Maxar Technologies · 4 months ago
Mid-Level OSINT Analyst
Reston, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$77K/yr - $129K/yr
6+ years expMaxar Technologies is seeking a skilled and driven Mid-Level OSINT Analyst to conduct open-source intelligence research and analysis supporting mission-critical operations. The role involves producing actionable intelligence from publicly available sources and requires strong technical and analytic skills in OSINT tradecraft.
AerospaceGeospatialGovernmentRemote SensingSatellite CommunicationTelecommunications
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive OSINT research and analysis using public, private, and government open-source materials
Execute social media research and exploitation projects with minimal guidance
Apply social network/link analysis techniques to map relationships and patterns of interest
Use advanced search techniques, managed attribution, and relevant tools to securely gather and verify online data
Conduct geolocation and geospatial analysis, including photo and map verification
Perform image and video verification to assess authenticity and identify key visual indicators
Synthesize findings into clear, actionable written reports and briefings
Apply critical thinking and pattern recognition to identify trends and anomalies
Track and report on progress using basic project and metrics tracking tools
Qualification
Required
Current/active TS/SCI security clearance and be willing and able to obtain CI polygraph
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., International Relations, Political Science, Cybersecurity, Area Studies)
6+ years of experience in open-source research, analysis, and reporting
Demonstrated ability to work independently with limited oversight
Communicate complex findings clearly and concisely in English (written and verbal)
Apply structured analytic techniques to support intelligence production
Experience conducting social media exploitation and writing intelligence or research reports
Recent (within last 2 years) training or hands-on experience in OSINT or social media research techniques
Preferred
Language proficiency (Chinese or Russian preferred)
Experience with photo geolocation and advanced image analysis
Cyber concepts including obfuscation techniques and digital attribution
Threat finance research and analysis
Familiarity with IC or defense analytic tools
Exposure to human geography and sociocultural analysis
Demonstrated ability to develop or refine search strategies and methods
Benefits
Paid time off
Health and welfare insurance
401(k)
Company
Maxar Technologies
Maxar Technologies is a space technology firm that offers communication and observation satellites for commercial and government sectors.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2004-07-20IPO
Leadership Team
Arvind Srinivasan
Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
2025-08-20
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